Black olives
Low GI
GL 0 per piece (3 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- High unsaturated fat content
- High sodium content
Black olives has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (3 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169094 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small | 3 g | 0 |
| 1 large | 4 g | 0 |
| 1 tablespoon | 8 g | 0.1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 115 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.5 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.2 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 2.2 g |
| Protein | 0.8 g |
| Fat | 10.7 g |
| Saturated | 1.4 g |
| Unsaturated | 9.3 g |
| Sodium | 735 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High unsaturated fat content
- Contains fiber
- Low glycemic load
- High sodium content
- Moderate processing
- Low protein content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Black olives?
Black olives has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (3 g) has a glycemic load of 0; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Black olives good for people with insulin resistance?
Black olives has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Black olives affect blood sugar?
Black olives has a glycemic load of 1 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
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